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Racial Hate Crime Rocks Broughshane: Man Fears for Safety

2/1/2026

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A racially-motivated hate crime occurred in Broughshane, County Antrim, when glass shattered over the sleeping man's bed shortly before midnight on Wednesday.
The living room and bedroom windows were smashed, which the man described as "super scary."
The unnamed man, who wishes to remain anonymous for safety, and his flatmate (also Indian) plan to find a more secure property.
Police are investigating the incident in Broughshane.

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Story summary

A racially-motivated hate crime occurred in Broughshane, County Antrim, when glass shattered over the sleeping man's bed shortly before midnight on Wednesday.
The living room and bedroom windows were smashed, which the man described as "super scary."
The unnamed man, who wishes to remain anonymous for safety, and his flatmate (also Indian) plan to find a more secure property.
Police are investigating the incident in Broughshane.